4/25/25

Coincidence, that it's been one year since the last post.

I'm happy that this place still exists.  It's always been a good place for me to visit, regardless of life events but almost always as a result of life events.

These past 2+ years have seen me working 7 days a week, most days twice a day.  A typical week day work day would be working the full time job 8am-5pm then working 6:15pm-10:15pm or 9pm-midnight.  Weekends would be filled with a morning shift at Amazon then one of the pm gigs.  I'm tired both physically and emotionally....  

Life has been challenged filled during this time period but I am thankful that the work load is going to be reduced.  The morning Amazon job and the 9pm-midnight job are now gone.  I will only be doing the other part time job as a choice, not out of need and only 3 evenings a week.  I am very thankful for this and grateful we all managed to make it to this point.

My Daughter, she still struggles.  The 21st century has not been kind in regards to evils it can present to kids.  I'd beg all folks out there, keep your kids off social media.  

My Son, nearing one year removed from school.  I would be lying if I didn't say I'd like to see him on a more stable path as he works towards his future.  The effort is for him to give in that.

My Step Daughter and her husband recently bought a place, a real place.  It is ironic how the whole thing played out as they ended up buying my Aunts (Dads sister) old trailer. I'm happy that she's settling in more as an adult.

My Step Son recently returned to the work force after being unable to work due to health issues.  For the moment he seems happy.  I hope it continues for him and his fiancé.

My Wife, her health challenges are more abundant some days over others.  I am very much looking forward to being around more for her, for my kids, for everyone.  I love her now, as I loved her then.  With all of myself.

My Mom, has not been quite the same since my Dad passed.  I think that would be expected from anyone that lost their spouse, regardless of how things were in the relationship.  She's certainly doing more now than she did in regards to finding things to keep her busy.  She needs more of that.  And a cat, but she doesn't want to hear that.

We went to see Disturbed on 4/5/25.  They are out on the 25th anniversary tour of their first album.  Our seats sucked, however the band was excellent.  We've seen Disturbed a number of times over the years.  Part of me has a hard time believing it's been 25 years since I first saw them at Ozzfest.  Another part of me feels like it's been longer...I miss Ozzfest.  

I have some folk here doing some much needed tree work.  Price was sort of incredibly low.  Hoping I'm satisficed with their work.  If so, will certainly keep a hold of their contact info.

Not much more to add, other than it feels good putting "pen to paper".